The island's safest swimming beach with calm, clear water perfect for families. A long sandy beach with holiday homes, a jetty for fishing, and stunning sunsets over the north coast.
- Location
- Emu Bay, KI
- Region
- North Coast
- Category
- Travel Guide
- Read Time
- 4 min read
Planning a visit to Emu Bay
The island's safest swimming beach with calm, clear water perfect for families. A long sandy beach with holiday homes, a jetty for fishing on Kangaroo Island, and stunning sunsets over the north coast.
Emu Bay is in Kangaroo Island's North Coast region. Beach conditions change quickly and many island beaches are unpatrolled. Check the forecast and assess the water, wind and access conditions when you arrive.
The practical notes and answers on this page are specific to Emu Bay. For island-wide transport, safety and itinerary advice, start with the Kangaroo Island planning guides.
Nearby Kangaroo Island Destinations
- •Visit Stokes Bay — North Coast travel guide
- •Visit Kingscote — North Coast travel guide
- •Visit Bay of Shoals — North Coast travel guide
Check current conditions
Kangaroo Island weather, fire danger, road access, park alerts, prices and opening times can change. Confirm time-sensitive details with the relevant operator or government authority before travelling. See National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia for park alerts and the Bureau of Meteorology for current South Australian weather.